I’m an aspiring minimalist. I live in a small house; I spend frugally; I try to keep my possessions pared … More
Category: Essays
Dear Teachers: Welcome to the World of Art
“The Internet doesn’t have a firewall. We’re all able to connect. We each represent the ghost in the machine, the … More
Dear Seniors, Welcome to Thrilling Uncertainty
Welcome to your final year of free public education. Let’s stop and think about that statement, actually. Free public education. … More
Shokunin Teaching: What Teachers Can Learn from Jiro Dreams of Sushi
Photo Credit “Once you decide on your occupation, you must immerse yourself in your work. You have to fall in … More
What Does It Mean to Read a Book?
A perennial complaint of the high school English teacher is this: My students just won’t read the books. Much has … More
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